1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 174 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-7 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1459 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
